Median Income
$77,917
4% higher than US avg
Home Value
$170,900
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,138
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.4%
89% lower than US avg
How Hartford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population814
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density747/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A+
Median Income$77,917
Per Capita$31,008
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$1,885M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$170,900
Rent$1,138
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$220,953
Health
Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Elevation891 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute30 min
Libraries6
Is Hartford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hartford receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hartford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hartford is $77,917, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hartford is $170,900, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,138 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Hartford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Hartford has a population of 814 with a density of 747 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 4.5% Hispanic.
Population
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.4% |
| 75% below US avg |
The median household income in Hartford is $77,917, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $77,917 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,008 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $985 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,680 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,410 |
| County GDP | $1,885M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Healthcare | 91 |
| Retail | 108 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,817 |
| 66% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.40% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.1 min |
| Work from Home | 14.7% |
The median home value in Hartford is $170,900, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,138 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,953.
Home Values
| Census Median | $170,900 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $220,953 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,138 |
| 2% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,817 |
| 66% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.40% |
In Hartford, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hartford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.6% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,398/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 91 |
Crime Rates: Hartford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Hartford has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.5 inches |
| 1% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 891 ft (272 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 747/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4577°N, 93.4038°W |
| County FIPS | 19181 |